Day26 News

To many they are the group that Diddy himself founded, but through everything they had to endure whether it was losing a member or the hassles of changing labels, these guys still toughed it out. Today marks a new chapter for the band as they’ve officially released a statement regarding their immediate future.

 “It is with great sadness and deep pain that we regret to inform you that effective immediately, Atlantic Records Platinum recording group, DAY26 have decided to take a break from the group and focus on their own individual projects.  On behalf of all the members; Willie, Mike, Rob, Brian and even Que, we would like to thank all of the “fams” aka fans, dj’s across the world, promoters, radio programmers, Bad Boy Entertainment, Starstruck Management, BET, VH1 and FUSE and all DAY26 supporters in general, for your unending support throughout these years.”

“We would also like to acknowledge that this journey would have not been made possible without the vision and mastermind of Sean “Diddy” Combs and of course MTV Networks for making a group of unknown men, the stars that they are today.” 

“We simply thank you from the bottom of our hearts and really want you to know that the journey does not end here.  We continue to wish each other the very best and continued success in all of our individual endeavors, and all we ask of you is to please give each member a chance and the opportunity to shine in whatever they do.”

…And as the saying goes, this is not a goodbye, but a simply see you later.

God bless you all,

Much Love, DAY26.

Adele Pregnant

Congratulations to British singing superstar Adele as she is expecting her first child with boyfriend Simon Konecki. Adele announced the big news today on her website during a period where everyone was surprised by the Tom Cruise divorce news.

Miley and Liam Engaged

It seems like just a week or two ago we were watching Miley as Hannah Montana or maybe that was an episode of Punk’d? Either way, it has been confirmed that the former Disney starlet and Hunger Games’ beau are engaged and have been for about a week. The on again off again couple for three years became engaged on May 31. Miley fans were overwhelmed with joy and excitement of  an engagement when Miley tweeted a picture of a ring on her finger back in March. Miley shot down all rumors that she was engaged at that time. Miley and Liam are both young and are continuing to expand their careers. I send my congratulations to the both of them courtesy of Blended Entertainment.

Artist Spotlight: Richie Wess

Welcome again for another artist spotlight. This time let me introduce you to Richie Wess.

Born in QUEENS, NY Richie Wess moved to TAMPA, FL where he would begin starting his young career with his cousin DJ Spinatik. Wess was influenced by Run DMC, at an early age. His father produced many music videos for Russell Simmons Def Jam in the early eighties and Wess took a liking to the music and the business.

At 4 years-old he played in an urban movie as the lead’s son in “The Last Boxer”. At 6, he was performing for his family and friends, and by 10 years-old Richie Wess started to write down his ideas and started rapping to friends and family members, then later entered into rap battles in the streets and school. 

The word was out that he was up next. From March – May 2003 he was performing as the Opening Act with the “Def Jam Vendetta Tour 2003” with Joe Budden, Method Man, Capone & Nore in Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville. He also was the opening act for Lil Jon & The Eastside Boyz and later that year dropped his 1st album at only 15.

Now he’s the CEO of YTC Entertainment Group along with Yung Dred, his younger brother. YTC Entertainment has been independent for the last 3 years releasing such singles as “Shawty Is A Freak” Ft. Sammie & Yung Dred which peaked at #65 on Billboards Urban Top 100 in 2011.

You probably heard Richie Wess in the streets, on one of his many collaborations with Lil Boosie, Gucci Mane, 2 Pistols, Brisco, Smitty and The Game. Richie Wess is heavy in the mixtape circuit  and has dropped 8 mixtapes with DJ Spinatik. He is now ready to take over the airwaves once again with his **New Single** “Put it Down” Ft. Def Jam Recording Artist Verse Simmonds! Put It Down will also be featured on Richie Wess’ upcoming project “Joints Ova Blunts” slated to drop 6.6.2012.

Reality Tv Winners Crowned

This week saw two very popular shows albeit the recent ratings will say differently crown winners. The Dancing With The Stars trophy went to NFL Wide Receiver, Donald Driver. At the very beginning I had picked Roshon Fegan (Disney’s Shake It Up) to win the mirror ball trophy but he didn’t even make it to the finals. The NFL has a good history with the Dancing With The Stars program with previous winners Emmitt Smith and more recently Hines Ward. You never know, we may see a Tim Tebow in the future depending on whether or not his popularity rises or falls in New York. Opera Singer, Katherine Jenkins and Cuban actor, William Levy came in second and third respectively which will only help boost their public images.

American Idol saw their finale despite it being the lowest rated one in history. Fox was happy to know that it dominated the social media platform despite the t.v. ratings. In the end it was Phillip Phillips who was declared the winner in an Idol season that I thought was ultimately going to end up with Jessica Sanchez celebrating a victory at the end. I was wrong with both predictions but this is part of the unpredictability of reality television or perhaps the predictability of a popularity contest.

Justin Bieber “Believe” Track Listing

The track listing for the “anticipated” Bieber album has been revealed and there are recent reports that the album has been leaked weeks before it hit the shelves. Bieber collabs with Drake, Ludacris, Big Sean, and Nicki Minaj. No word yet on if there are any other collaborations on this album. Hopefully his album does well so he can continue to grow and evolve as an artist. Bieber most recently performed on the Ellen show and the Billboard Awards. His album “Believe” drops June 19th.

1. All Around The World Featuring Ludacris
2. Boyfriend
3. As Long As You Love Me Featuring Big Sean
4. Catching Feelings
5. Take You
6. Right Here Featuring Drake
7. Fall
8. Die In Your Arms
9. Thought Of You
10. Beauty And A Beat Featuring Nicki Minaj
11. One Love
12. Be Alright
13. Believe

Bonus Tracks

14. Out Of Town Girl
15. She Don’t Like The Lights
16. Maria